Incubators and Accelerators in Canada (Views: 18627)

Thu, 02 Aug 2012

Funding
is a necessary component of any successful company but as an entrepreneur you
should also try to surround yourself with knowledgeable people with whom to
discuss your ideas. This is particularly important when starting up for the
first time since more seasoned entrepreneurs will help you learn from their
experience and steer clear from beginner mistakes.

Unfortunately for entrepreneurial newcomers, finding the right mentor can be difficult and starting
up can seem impossible.Incubators and
accelerators are there to help break down this entry barrier and provide
aspiring entrepreneurs with the opportunity to meet other like-minded
individuals as well as veteran entrepreneurs that will help guide your
endeavors.

Canada has an incredible amount of incubators to serve the start-up
community: some of which have government backing, while others are privately
run; some provide funding, while others provide only office space.

Here is an exhaustive list of establishments with
incubator-like services in Canada: